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Qualification
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
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Location
Main Site - Highfield Campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
01-SEP-25
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Duration
4 years
Course summary
Join the University of Southampton, a global top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2024) research-intensive university.
Our research follows themes that focus on the causes and resolutions of some of the most substantial challenges facing humanity and the natural world today.
You'll work with us to lead the latest scientific developments and gain the broader personal and professional skills essential both for your PhD research and for your lifelong career choices.
We have a strong record of supporting postgraduate research students in this exciting and rapidly developing subject, exploring areas such as: Computational and systems biology Developmental biology Ecology and evolution Microbiology Molecular and cellular biosciences Neuroscience Plants and food security
You'll work with a supportive team of expert academics and use the latest facilities on MPhil or PhD Biological Sciences research.
Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level) You'll need to demonstrate satisfactory progress at the end of each year. Your supervisor will complete an annual report that takes into account how you have progressed against your agreed targets, which include training and development activities.
Tuition fees
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拢 26,100per year
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University information

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University League Table
20th
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Campus address
University of Southampton, University Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, United Kingdom
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Subject ranking
27th out of 94 3
15th out of 73 2
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Entry standards
/ Max 228150 66%29th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10079.0 79%34th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.03 76%60th
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/ Max 211151 72%23rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10080.0 80%19th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.14 79%30th
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